The latest views and discussion from Clinks staff and guest writers. We also use blogs to give short updates on our latest projects, as well as briefings on topics of interest to members.
The details of the early prison release scheme
This blog post provides the latest detail of the government's plan and accompanying guidance for releasing some prisoners early in order to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on prisoners and staff living in our overcrowded prisons and “to protect the NHS and save lives”.
Reduced service provision and continued uncertainty - how Covid-19 is impacting the sector
The Covid-19 pandemic is an unprecedented situation and organisations face incredible and unforeseen challenges in continuing to operate, in safeguarding their service users, staff and volunteers and in ensuring the sustainability of their organisation throughout this time.
RR3 Special Interest Group on Covid-19- weekly update
The Reducing Reoffending Third Sector Advisory Group (RR3) has set up a Special Interest Group on Covid-19, in order to formally channel policy suggestions to government on how they can protect people in contact with the criminal justice system and their families.
What's New
Blogs
Women, Self-Harm, and the Justice Pathway: Why We Must Look Beyond Prison Walls
Self-harm among women in prison remains alarmingly high, yet little is known about what happens before custody, when many women’s distress begins to build. Our new research project seeks to close this evidence gap by exploring how self-harm manifests across the justice pathway and identifying earlier opportunities for compassionate intervention.
Publications
Clinks' briefing on the Sentencing Bill
A guide to key measures in the Senten
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The role is for a leader from an organisation focused on racially minoritised people, with expertise in service delivery, policy, advocacy, or related areas in criminal justice. Racial disparities are present at every CJS stage. This role ensures these voices are central in shaping policy to help address and eradicate them. Apply by Mon 18 Nov, 10am. More info: https://www.clinks.org/voluntary-community-sector/vacancies/15566 #CriminalJustice #RR3 #RacialEquity